Economy & Jobs — Salem, Kentucky
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $61,667 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$69,800 |
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| Per Capita Income | $28,614 |
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| Poverty Rate | 25.5% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 3.0% |
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| In Labor Force | 328 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 24.4% |
| Manufacturing | 20.6% |
| Retail | 15.2% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 8 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
| Hotels Motels | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
